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All Goals Team Meeting

February 12, 2023 by thirdside

On February 8, the Champaign County Community Coalition met for their monthly all goals meeting. The City of Champaign reported on their work with the Community Gun Violence Reduction Blueprint and Youth Employment Services presented on opportunities for community youth.

Community partners will host workshops focusing on mental health in the black community during the month of February. Partners at Wall Street Jewelers and Centennial High School also spoke about their projects and initiatives.

Community Initiatives to Support Youth

January 12, 2023 by thirdside

On January 11 the Champaign County Community Coalition hosted its first meeting of 2023. They were joined by a panel of youth leaders from DREAAM, Urbana Neighborhood Connection, and Unit 4 School District to discuss addressing the needs of youth within the community. The panel shared that some of the biggest needs that community youth have is for support from mentors and tutors.

Then Uniting Pride spoke about the needs of LGBTQ+ youth in our community and how acceptance and support for these youth can literally save their lives. Additionally, speakers that have worked within the juvenile justice system showcased community resources that can support families that are struggling.

$300,000 Donated at Victory Over Violence-Spotlight on Solutions Event

July 20, 2022 by thirdside

On Wednesday, July 13, staff from across City departments supported WCIA’s Victory Over Violence Spotlight on Solutions event at Hedge Pop Park in Champaign. Community members gathered to enjoy music, games, and food provided by local vendors. $300,000 was donated to United Way of Champaign County to be put back into the community through both immediate and long-term solutions to solving violent crime. The donation is comprised of $50,000 donations from the University of Illinois, Busey Bank, Christie Clinic, Carle Health, OSF Healthcare and the United Way of Champaign County.

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